2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 922 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Navara | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2122 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
